Arizona's private dyslexia school
The Jones-Gordon School
Paradise Valley, Arizona
The Jones-Gordon Middle School
Challenge, Confidence, Connection — Every Day.
At Jones-Gordon, our Middle School program thoughtfully blends the strengths of a traditional academic model with innovative supports tailored to meet the needs of all learners. Small class sizes, strategic scheduling, embedded executive functioning instruction, and flexible math groupings—including advanced, high school-level options—ensure students grow academically at a pace that’s right for them. Our Daily FLEX Hour, STEM and/or ERWA (Proprietary Explicit Reading and Writing Approach), and Enrichment Courses add layers of intervention, challenge, and inspiration to every student’s day. Monthly field studies, service projects, and annual travel experiences (such as CIMI, AstroCamp, Pali Institute, and New York/DC) extend learning far beyond the classroom. With expert teachers and an emphasis on emotional intelligence development, JGS middle schoolers are supported in thriving both academically and personally.
The JGS Middle School offers…
- Dynamic learning environments
- Smaller setting, memorable experiences
- Homogenous math groupings
- Project-based learning and showcases
- Tier 2 & Tier 3 reading intervention
- Close friendships, community, & school spirit
- Annual travel programs
- Sports, extracurriculars, & monthly field trips
- Dedicated expert teachers
The JGS Middle School is not…
- A place where students feel overlooked
- Just another middle school experience
- A school that stifles creativity or individuality
- An online or virtual school
- A therapeutic or behavioral program
- A 1:1 instructional model
- A standardized learning environment
- An isolating experience for our students
- A school solely for dyslexia or learning differences
Middle School Technology
Device-Free Zone
The Middle School at JGS is a cell phone and smartwatch-free zone during the school day. Personal devices are stored away to support focus, face-to-face connection, and the development of essential executive function skills in a distraction-free environment.
Chromebooks
Each JGS Middle School student is assigned a personal laptop for academic use during the school day. Students use Google Workspace and other educational tools to enhance learning, build digital literacy, and support their academic growth. Technology is purposefully integrated—and always remains just one thoughtful part of the overall learning experience.
Mathematics
Our Middle School math program encourages inquiry and mathematical discovery, fostering a deep understanding of concepts through exploration. Students are grouped into homogeneous math levels to ensure personalized learning, with the option to advance to high school-level math based on their readiness. Expert instructors guide students to develop strong problem-solving skills and a passion for mathematics.
Science
JGS Middle School students experience a dynamic, hands-on science curriculum built on a three-year rotation that covers life, physical, and earth sciences. Through labs, inquiry-based learning, research projects, and engaging classroom activities, students are encouraged to ask questions, test ideas, and think like scientists. Learning is further enriched through immersive field experiences at places like Pali Institute, CIMI, and AstroCamp, where science comes to life beyond the classroom.
English Language Arts & Humanities
At JGS, English Language Arts and Humanities are taught through a cross-curricular, project-based approach that brings learning to life. Students make meaningful connections between literature, history, geography, and science as they explore big ideas across disciplines.
Our ELA program is grounded in the Science of Reading, with a strong focus on vocabulary, morphology, and evidence-based strategies. Through annotation, literary discussion, and Socratic seminars, students develop critical thinking and writing skills. A schoolwide writing approach—centered on structured support and reflection—has led to measurable gains in clarity, coherence, and analytical depth across all grade levels.
In Humanities, students explore history and geography through engaging themes that build research, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Using both primary and secondary sources, they learn to analyze historical events and make real-world connections—gaining a deeper understanding of how the past shapes the present.
Each semester culminates in student showcases, where learners present their writing, projects, and creative work—demonstrating both subject mastery and personal growth. With daily writing, rich discussion, and opportunities to present what they’ve learned, JGS students don’t just study language and history—they actively engage with and share it.
English Language Arts
- Writing
- Grammar
- Research
- Vocabulary/Morphology/Greek & Latin Roots
- Novel Studies
- Executive Functioning
Executive Function, Reading,
Writing & the Arts (ERWA)
- Writing across gennres
- Enrichment reading with novel study
- Reading comprehension & fluency focus
- Multimedia projects
- Thematic art & kinesthetic projects
- Oral presentations
Learning differences? No problem.
We have the tools to help them be confident & successful.
Listen to our students talk about their experiences at JGS.
,While The Jones-Gordon School is for any student looking for a typical Middle School experience, we also help students with learning differences. Listen to our middle school students & staff talk about what it feels like to have ADHD, Dyslexia, and be a student at JGS.
Rotating Enrichment Block
At The Jones-Gordon School, our Enrichment Block is designed to foster hands-on exploration, student agency, and creative problem-solving through a dynamic block rotation. Over the academic year, students participate in six multi-week learning experiences, each offering a unique blend of academic enrichment, physical activity, and creative expression. This structure supports deeper learning and encourages students to pursue diverse interests.
Enrichment Areas
STEM
Engage in hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math challenges.
Print & Print Media
Explore journalism, visual communication, and digital publishing.
Cooking & Culinary Arts
Learn executive function skills, kitchen essentials, nutrition, and recipe development.
Art
Experiment with a variety of artistic media and techniques.
Theater
Build confidence and creativity through performance.
PE (Physical Education)
Stay active with daily movement and fitness opportunities.
By rotating through these diverse areas, students expand their knowledge, uncover new passions, and grow into well-rounded, engaged learners.
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About Us
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Admissions Process
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OnTrack Tutoring
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